38 Business Processes jobs in South Africa

This is a 12-month contract

We are seeking a highly autonomous specialist to collaboratively establish, maintain, and elevate our business analysis and process engineering practices to meet gold standards

This is a critical role for a strategic thinker who can work independently with minimal supervision to drive continuous improvement, implement best practices, and integrate data-driven insights across the organization.

Core Responsibilities

• Standard Ownership: Define, review, maintain, and continuously improve the organization's Business Analysis and Process Engineering standards, practices, and methodologies.
• Best Practice Leadership: Create and maintain a collection of company and industry-best practices, ensuring all analytical and process artefacts are aligned to the highest standards.
• Continuous Improvement: Conduct market research, benchmarking, and feasibility studies to identify new techniques and continuously improve the skill sets of the wider business analysis and process engineering teams.
• End-to-End Delivery: Perform systems analysis, process engineering, and solution implementation across complex projects.

Critical & Key Requirements

Candidates must demonstrate deep proficiency in the following areas

• Process Expertise: Proven experience in Process Engineering/Analysis (design, mapping, and optimization).
• Analysis Foundation: Extensive Business Analysis experience across project lifecycles.
• Data & Insights: Strong capabilities in Data Analytics and Insights, including Extensive Reporting to drive data-informed decisions.
• Technical Integration: Experience with System Integration using different technologies.

• Tooling: Experience with SharePoint development (for collaborative process management or artefact storage).

• Highly Advantageous Skills

• The ideal candidate will also possess experience in these areas:
• Process Mining: Experience with ARIS, Celonis, or any other process mining tools.
• Data Strategy: Experience with Data Engineering or Data Science.
• Industry Knowledge: Relevant experience within the Banking sector.

Job Description
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Job Purpose
The company is looking for an experienced and dynamic Business Intelligence, Analysis & Systems Manager to lead our team of Business Analysts. This strategic role is key to bridging the gap between what the business needs and the technology solutions available. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the entire lifecycle of system enhancements—from scoping and design through to deployment—and ensuring the ongoing stability of these systems via dedicated application support. Furthermore, the successful candidate will lead a team in developing and executing strategic projects, govern master data, and proactively find new opportunities to drive business efficiency and growth.

Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Management

• Lead, mentor, and manage the performance and professional development of the Business Intelligence team.
• Allocate BI and BA resources effectively across projects and support activities, ensuring optimal workload distribution.
• Foster a collaborative environment that encourages knowledge sharing and high performance.
• Set clear objectives, conduct regular performance reviews, and provide constructive feedback to team members.

Application Support Management

• Establish and oversee a Tier 2 support desk managed by the BI team for business-critical applications and systems.
• Ensure timely triage, prioritization and resolution of incoming support tickets, bugs, and data-related queries.
• Analyse support trends to identify root causes, recommending permanent solutions such as system enhancements, bug fixes, or improved user training.
• Act as a key escalation point for complex or high-priority issues, coordinating with technical teams to ensure swift resolution.
• Manage communication with business users regarding ticket status, resolution timelines, and system outages.

System Development Lifecycle (SDLC) Management

• Oversee the scoping of operational system changes, working closely with business stakeholders to define clear requirements, deliverables, and success criteria.
• Lead the creation of intuitive and user-centric UI/UX designs and wireframes for new features and systems.
• Develop and manage comprehensive testing strategies, including User Acceptance Testing (UAT), to ensure solutions are robust and meet business requirements.
• Plan and execute seamless system deployments and deliver effective user training programs.

Strategic Project Development & Execution

• Develop and lead strategic initiatives by identifying opportunities for significant process optimisation, system innovation, or competitive advantage.
• Construct and present compelling business cases to senior leadership, including cost-benefit analysis, ROI (ROI) projections, and feasibility studies.
• Execute and manage strategic projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Define Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure and report on the business impact and success of strategic initiatives.

Business Intelligence & Data Governance

• Act as a key resource for business departments, assisting with reporting needs, dashboard creation, and data analysis.
• Support and contribute to the company's Master Data Management (MDM) strategy, ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of core business data.
• Assist business with complex excel analysis.

QUALIFYING CRITERIA

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Systems / Computer Science / Information Technology Management. A relevant postgraduate qualification is advantageous.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in a business analysis, systems analysis, or related role.
• At least 3-5 years of proven experience in a leadership position, directly managing a team of analysts or technical professionals.
• Demonstrable experience managing the full project lifecycle for software or system implementations.
• Hands-on experience with business intelligence and reporting tools (e.g. SSRS, Power BI)
• Solid understanding and practical experience with Master Data Management (MDM) principles.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and root-cause analysis ability.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to independently collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Working knowledge on translating business needs into technical specifications.
• Experience in report writing and executive feedback.
• Experience in managing a Tier 2 or Tier 3 application support function or help desk is highly desirable.

QUALIFYING ATTRIBUTES

• Leadership: Strong ability to lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing team.
• Strategic Thinking: Proven ability to see the bigger picture, align technology with business goals, and drive strategic change.
• Problem-Solving: Exceptional analytical skills with a talent for root cause analysis and solving complex business and system problems.
• Communication: Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to build relationships, influence decisions, and manage expectations with stakeholders at all levels.
• Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to build relationships, influence decisions, and manage expectations with stakeholders at all levels.
• Continuous Learning: A passion for staying current with emerging technologies, BI trends, and modern business analysis practices, and fostering that curiosity within the team.

We regret that it is not possible to contact all unsuccessful applicants. Applicants who have not been contacted within fourteen (14) days from the date of their submission should consider their application unsuccessful.

Please note that the successful candidate will receive a formal, written offer of employment after all applicable pre-employment checks have been completed. This offer will only be valid if it is signed by a company representative authorized to make such an offer. Representations made on behalf of the company in any other form do not constitute valid offers of employment and should not be construed as such.

Turn Data Into Decisions. Lead Insights That Matter.
At
Mukuru
, data isn't just numbers — it's the story of millions of customers across Africa and beyond. As one of Africa's largest and fastest-growing FinTech's, we empower communities with access to safe, affordable financial services. Now, we're looking for a
Business Intelligence Analysis Team Lead
who's ready to take our analytics capability to new heights.

If you're passionate about
transforming raw data into strategic gold
and have the leadership skills to guide a talented team of analysts, this is your opportunity to make a tangible difference.

Your Mission
Lead, inspire, and deliver BI solutions that don't just look good on a dashboard — but shape decisions, solve real problems, and drive business growth.

What You'll Do

• Lead the Team: Manage and mentor a high-performing BI & Analytics team, setting goals and driving excellence.
• Engage the Business: Work with stakeholders at all levels to understand needs and translate them into actionable BI solutions.
• Own the Delivery: Oversee BI projects from requirements gathering to deployment, ensuring quality and scalability.
• Model the Data: Build enterprise-wide data models and semantic layers that make insights accessible and actionable.
• Visual Storytelling: Design impactful dashboards and reports in Power BI that enable smart, fast decisions.
• Champion Best Practice: Embed governance, DevOps, and data quality standards across BI.
• Stay Ahead: Keep your finger on the pulse of BI innovations and bring the best of them into Mukuru.

What You Bring

• 6+ years in BI/Data Analytics, with at least 3 years leading teams
• Expert-level SQL and Power BI skills
• Strong data modelling and analytical abilities
• Excellent communication skills for both technical and business audiences
• Strategic thinking and a passion for problem-solving
• A proven track record of delivering BI solutions that make an impact

Bonus Points For

• R/Python for analytics
• Experience with cloud data platforms (Azure, Snowflake, Big Query, etc.)
• Background in FinTech, Financial Services, or fast-paced industries

I am sure you are reading this job description and meet majority of the criteria BUT you may also still not be 100% comfortable in applying. We believe that there is a place for everyone under the Mukuru sun and we want YOU to contribute to our diverse tapestry of talent. So come on, take a leap of faith, and send your application if you meet majority of our requirements. Remember to include a snippet of how you will bring value and help us build a future of success that will help us determine where and how you may best be suited" Maybe you are just the future Mukurian we need
Should you be appointed in a remote/work from home role at Mukuru, it is your responsibility to ensure that you have uninterrupted internet connectivity and a 'work-like' environment at your home location, in order to deliver your best in terms of performance, productivity and service to our customers.
If you do not receive any response after two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
NB: ALL STAFF APPOINTMENTS WILL BE MADE WITH DUE CONSIDERATION OF THE COMPANY'S DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION PLANS

Requisition ID:

• Relocation Authorized: None
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
• Work Location: Yanacocha

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.

Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver.

Located 800 km northeast of Lima, Peru, Yanacocha is South America's largest gold mine. The WTP Project consists of two of the largest acid water treatment plants in South America (the West one with capacity of 3,000 m3/hour and the East one with 2,700 m3/hour). Early works are currently being performed on site, preparing the permanent platforms and laydown areas for the East and West plants, in addition to the Class 2 estimate, Level 3 schedule and Execution Plan.

In this role, you will coordinate Environmental, Safety, and Health (ES&H) training and awareness of a project's ES&H program. You will work with experts to review course materials and awareness strategies and assist with the processes for content delivery. Your efforts to optimize training and communication will help the ES&H program achieve continuous improvement goals for health and safety on the job.

• Developing and coordinating process improvement activities, including drafting learning, training, and marketing materials, and obtaining cost-effective quotes for external printing and copying of corporate bulletins, brochures, poster designs, and other marketing materials ready for computer design.
• Maintaining and modifying the departmental intranet and its contents, including the creation and maintenance of team websites.
• Responsible for developing and implementing proposed revisions and additions to the departmental website architecture.
• Creating forms and other web-based technology methods to improve user effectiveness and responsiveness.
• Researching activities related to process improvement, such as database functionality and web design.
• Gathering the necessary data to prepare reports on critical elements and other supplementary reports, as needed.
• Participating in departmental staff meetings and status tasks as required.
• Coordinating with the Senior Process Improvement Specialist, the Process Improvement Manager, and/or the corporate ES&H management to obtain approval for work as it is completed.
• Supporting Senior Process Improvement Specialists in developing training and launching, and promoting corporate ES&H initiatives and campaigns.

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Mining Engineering, Industrial Enginnering (or international equivalent) related to environmental, safety, health, education, or a science-related discipline and less than 1 year of relevant experience.

• Technical knowledge of computer-based training development software, Ms Office package.
• Technical knowledge of desktop publishing software Adobe Suite, web developer SharePoint, FrontPage programming code, and incorporation of Flash in training products.
• Knowledge of learning and development systems, applications for both ES&H and automation methods, and the application of computers to associated process improvement tasks.
• Knowledge of regulatory and industry standards and criteria relevant to ES&H learning and development needs.
• Good knowledge of computer illustrations and web design packages.
• General knowledge of writing and producing training, marketing, and communication tools.
• Work familiarity with Bechtel's environmental, safety, and health processes and procedures (for internal or former Bechtel candidates).
• Demonstrated skill in oral and written communication and in preparing clear and complete correspondence.

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of engineers and beyond Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth.

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably.

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to .

• Designing, mapping, and optimization of business processes in line with enterprise objectives and standards.
• Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and industrial engineering principles to identify inefficiencies and propose improvement opportunities.
• Assist in evaluating and preparing business processes for automation in collaboration with technical teams.
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of standardized process documentation, SOPs, and performance metrics.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support process improvement initiatives and change adoption.
• Maintain and update process repositories, documentation libraries, and governance records.
• Monitor process performance and support continuous improvement efforts through data analysis and stakeholder feedback.

Job description:

DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE:

At South32, we're meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there's no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we're making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.

Whatever career path you choose, we'll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So, join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.

ABOUT HILLSIDE

Our Hillside Aluminium smelter in Richards Bay produces high-quality, primary aluminium for the domestic and export markets.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFER:

Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognizes both your individual performance and the overall success of the business.

Eligible employees will receive an employer contribution towards the company-elected retirement fund.

South 32 will support assistance for part-time studies aligned to role requirements and business needs at accredited institutions to eligible employees.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

This role is a permanent full-time position.

As a Specialist Process Control and Improvement, you will be responsible to administer the production standards, operating procedures and control systems that ensure critical controls of the production processes exist and are effective. To conduct the production system monitoring and analysis and execute improvements to production systems and practices to achieve and maintain the predictable, stable and required levels of operating performance within HSECQ requirements.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren't limited to:

• Execute strategies to analyse performance and initiate improvement actions (e.g. dispatch control and analysis; plant / fleet statistical process control; production execution improvement);
• Adhere to standards and critical controls required to manage HSECQ and operational material risks, legal obligations and South32 and ISO Standards;
• Conduct investigations of relevant Events. Execute the production equipment work strategies for SAP;
• Assist to develop, review and maintain standard operating procedures to support the safe execution of production work;
• Execute all duties in line with statutory legislation, and South32 standards and requirements;
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of all events and hazards and participate in workplace investigations or observations as required;
• Contribute to building a cohesive working environment;
• Actively participate in all people performance and development initiatives to ensure the team's performance meets the required standards;
• Build, support and maintain healthy diverse internal (peers / team members / managers) as well as external (service providers etc.) relationships and implement remedial actions were required to ensure achievement of organisational goals.

ABOUT YOU:

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• A minimum of 4 – 6 years' work experience;
• Production / Process Control Improvement experience within a heavy industry environment;
• Valid Code B (08) Driver's license is essential.

Qualifications for this role are:

• Degree/BTECH in Mechanical Engineering/ Chemical Engineering.

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate.  We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Please apply online by entering the preferred position reference number on our website 

This advertisement will close on  16 October 2025.

Profile description:

As a Specialist Process Control and Improvement, you will be responsible to administer the production standards, operating procedures and control systems that ensure critical controls of the production processes exist and are effective. To conduct the production system monitoring and analysis and execute improvements to production systems and practices to achieve and maintain the predictable, stable and required levels of operating performance within HSECQ requirements.